Varsity Athletics | 10/9/2026 9:56:00 PM
Box Score The York University Lions women's soccer team faced the Brock Badgers in an OUA battle, looking to earn an important result as they continued their 2026 campaign. The Lions entered the contest hoping to build on their recent performances and strengthen their position in the OUA West standings.
In the first half, York looked to establish its attacking rhythm and create opportunities against Brock's defense. Sabrina Fabiano recorded a shot on target around the 45-minute mark, while the Lions continued to push forward in search of an opening goal. York also worked to limit Brock's attacking opportunities, keeping the game scoreless through the opening 45 minutes. Both teams headed into halftime tied 0-0.
York came out with renewed energy in the second half and quickly made its pressure count. Around the 46-minute mark, Sabrina Fabiano scored the opening goal for the Lions, finishing a play assisted by Joanna Abdelmalak to give York a 1-0 lead. The goal provided an early advantage and put Brock under pressure to respond.
The Lions continued to generate chances as the half progressed. Around the 61-minute mark, Nia Fleming-Thompson recorded a shot that went wide right, while other York attacking efforts tested Brock goalkeeper Madison Heeley. Fabiano and her teammates continued to look for opportunities to extend the lead, but York also remained organized defensively to protect its advantage. Despite Brock's attempts to find an equalizer, the Lions held firm through the final whistle to secure the 1-0 victory.
The win gave York an important result as the team continued its push toward the OUA playoffs. The Lions will look to carry their momentum into their next match against the Laurier Golden Hawks.
The win gave York an important boost heading toward the OUA playoffs. The Lions will next travel to Waterloo to face the Laurier Golden Hawks on Friday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m.
